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Domaine Serge Laloue Sancerre Silex 2009Price: $28.50    Case Price: $25.65

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Color:
White
Body/Type:
Light Bodied
Style:
Traditional
Size:
Bottle, 750 ml
Winery:
Domaine Serge Laloue
Grapes:
Sauvignon Blanc
Serve At:
46°-54° F
Region:
France > Loire > Sancerre

The Cuvee Silex is aptly named for the Silex soil, highly desired in the Loire appellation of Sancerre, which gives the wine character and minerality. These limestone soils reflect the essence of the region, and give the wine a sense of place. 100% Sauvignon Blanc, hand harvested from 35 year old vines, and sustainable farming practices are incorporated into the vineyard. A great wine with lots of layers, elegance and different flavors. Something for a special occasion, and pairs well with lots of soft cheeses, shellfish, lighter fish and chicken dishes.

This domaine was created in the early 1930's by Francois and Simone Laloue. In addition to grapes they grew grain and tobacco and raised livestock. In 1960, their son Serge took charge of the small plots of vines and concentrated on viticulture and winemaking. Today the domaine measures 20 hectares spread over all three of Sancerre's terroirs, (Terre blanche, Caillotes, and Silex). The vines are planted to 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Pinot Noir and the winery in Thauvenay was completely renovated and enlarged in 2006. The domaine is currently being run by Serge's children Franck, winemaker since 1990, and Christine. They practice sustainable agriculture and 80% of their vines are left to grow grass between the rows. The benefits of this are many in Franck's opinion. The vines dig deeper to compete for moisture, the grass reduces both erosion and the natural vigor of the vines, which in turn reduces yield. Franck further reduces yields by de-budding in the spring and pruning heavily.

Known principally for the production of red wine from the Pinot Noir grape until the 20th century, the Sancerre area was devastated by phylloxera in the late 19th century. The vineyards were replanted in Sauvignon Blanc. In 1936 Sancerre white was given AOC status; reds were classified in 1959. The area now produces white, red and rose wine.
The area is also noted for its goat cheese. The nearby village of Chavignol, which gave its name to the cheese – Crottin de Chavignol – is located on the territory of the commune.

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